Travel Respiratory Therapist Registered Respiratory Therapist Job

Healthforce•East Quincy, CA

1d•$2,576 - $2,671•Onsite

About The Position

This is a travel Respiratory Therapist position requiring a Registered Respiratory Therapist to work in an inpatient care environment. The role involves providing cardiopulmonary care across a wide age range, from neonatal to geriatric patients, for a 13-week contract duration. The position is based in Quincy, California.

Requirements

Current California licensed Respiratory Care Practitioner
California Respiratory Care Practitioner license
Current CPR, ACLS, PALS, and NRP certifications
Demonstrated knowledge and competence of respiratory therapy techniques across neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients within the Cardiopulmonary Department
Ability to work in an inpatient care environment and adapt to a fast-paced setting
Eligibility to work in the United States

Responsibilities

Deliver and coordinate respiratory therapy modalities per physician orders for neonates, infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics.
Administer airway support, oxygen therapy, aerosolized medications, chest physiotherapy, and other prescribed interventions.
Monitor and adjust patient response; perform arterial blood gas monitoring and analysis as appropriate.
Conduct cardiac testing and pulmonary function testing; document results and communicate findings with the care team.
Manage ventilator support and related devices; ensure proper function, alarms, and safety checks are performed.
Collaborate with the Cardiopulmonary Department team to plan, implement, and reassess care; provide education to patients and families as needed.
Maintain equipment, inventory, and infection control standards; document activities in the patient record.